We’re in the magical time in San Antonio when its still topping out at around 80° and there’s a silent hope that these breezy sunny days may hold through FIESTA.
They won’t.
And we can also hope that all the galas, cornyations, and parades wont impact our training, nutrition, and sleep schedule.
They will.
Here’s a couple of strategies to focus on with the onslaught of delicious calories-on-a-stick around the corner:
Game Plan
Plan your training sessions around your favorite events. If you usually workout on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, but you want to hit the parade Friday and NIOSA on Monday, try scheduling Tuesday and Thursday instead. Planning it out in advance can help you prioritize it; and have an excuse to avoid NIOSA on any day but Monday.
If you’re routine is usually after work training sessions, see if there’s any flexibility to train before work or during lunch. I know waking up earlier then needed can be tough to get used to but it’s only a handful of days!
If you also have that early morning workout hanging over your head, you might be better able to stave off the beer booths.
If it’s important, it deserves an appointment.
PREGAME
Not like it’s NIOSA on a Thursday. I’m talking about eating before you head out!
Plan on having a meal in line with your goal before heading out. There’s a few advantages here: you wont be starving by the time you get in, you’ll have less space in your stomach, and you’ll have some momentum of making healthier decision heading into the event!
Get the ball rolling and keep it rolling!
GAME TIME
Stick to your nutrition, as best as you can, surrounding events. Remember the 80/20 rule! Try to eat in line with your goals about 80% of the time and the other 20% is allocated toward chicken on a stick, funnel cakes, and that beautiful beignet booth.
If you are able to eat in line with your goals 80%, you won’t feel guilty when you find yourself in line for a deep fried good time.
Walk It Off
Not to say that walking will simply erase all the calories of the day, but walking to and from events can help increase your step count. I say it all the time, increasing your daily step count can have a huge impact on metabolism and health and wellness in general.
6,500 steps is the threshold we’re aiming for here but if you skip the pedicabs and Ubers, this should be well within reach.
Take Aways
This ain’t our first rodeo. Plan around the things you really enjoy and worse case scenario, its only 10 days, just get back on track ASAP!
Oh, and if you see me in a coma covered in powdered sugar behind the deep fried Oreo booth, don’t be alarmed:
I’m a trained professional.
Jesse
P.S.
A couple of weeks out is a great time to start to implement some positive habits leading up to FIESTA! Don’t wait until after to GET STARTED, we can help you set a quick system in place leading up to all the fun!
